Xian is a historical center at day and an awesome city to party at night. The two principal streets where the nightlife is concentrated are: Defu Lane and Dong Dajie Road. Here you can find a large variety of bars and clubs, but also some places where you can enjoy traditional Chinese entertainment.
1) Tibet Bar
The Tibet Bar is situated near the Porcelain Tower, in the center of Xian. This place is remarkable for its amazing Tibetan snacks and music. The bar's design is also exclusively Tibetan. The live music show starts at midnight and is a daily feature.
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2) Tang Ren's Bar
Tang Ren's is a bar built in the traditional Chinese style. The exclusive ornamentation and beautiful Chinese music create a pleasant ambiance. Also, besides listening to the music, you can order traditional meals.
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3) Hou Jiao Bar
Hou Jiao Bar is a place where young people like to chill out, because it has young owners. Maybe the music is not what you expected, but you will surely enjoy being a part of the multinational clientele. This bar is a must if you are young and willing to relax.
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4) Allen Story Bar
Allen Story Bar is situated in the basement of the Prince Hotel. It is an extremely glamorous bar that is both conveniently situated and exclusively decorated.
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5) 3 Carats Jazz Bar
3 Carats is a jazz and coffee bar situated in the northwest of the city. You can enjoy the authentic jazz music and live jazz bands that are organized each evening. The bar's interior is decorated with pictures of famous jazz players.
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6) 1+1 Disco
1+1 Disco is one of the most popular clubs among locals and tourists. The ambiance might seem a little cold, due to the metallic design, but it is the right place for those who like being involved in new things, as here something new happens every night.
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